Gulooru - Maddur, Mandya
Gulooru is a village situated in the Maddur taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maddur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Bidharakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulooru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulooru is 614520. The village covers a total geographical area of 696.12 hectares and falls under the 571425 pincode. Maddur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gulooru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagamangala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulooru
As per Census 2011, Gulooru village has a total population of 2,230 people, consisting of 1,084 males and 1,146 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,420 literate and 810 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gulooru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,230 | 1,084 | 1,146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 137 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,420 | 758 | 662 |
| Illiterate Population | 810 | 326 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Gulooru
Gulooru is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| D.hosahalli | East | 2.04 km |
| Bidarakote | West | 2.26 km |
| Nambinayakana Halli | North-West | 2.34 km |
| V.ballekere | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Chottanahalli | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Hurugalavadi | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Koppa | North | 3.17 km |
| Maragowdanahalli | South | 3.23 km |
| Triyambakapura | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Konasale | South-East | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gulooru
Public transport in the Gulooru is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hanakere, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maddur to Gulooru is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Gulooru is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulooru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulooru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gulooru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulooru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gulooru
Where is Gulooru located?
Gulooru village is located in Maddur Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulooru?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulooru is Bidharakote.
What is the pincode of Gulooru?
The pincode of Gulooru is 571425.
What is the population of Gulooru?
Gulooru has a total population of 2,230, including 1,084 males and 1,146 females.
How many households are there in Gulooru?
There are 540 households in Gulooru.
What is the literacy rate in Gulooru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulooru is 63.68%. Male literacy is 69.93% and female literacy is 57.77%.